Man Charged In Shooting + WWII Vet Turns 102: Meriden News

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07 October, 2021

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Welcome back, Meriden. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Friday, Oct. 8. First, today's weather: Fog in the morning; some sun. High: 74 Low: 56. Here are the top stories today in Meriden: Man Charged In Meriden Gas Station Shooting: Police: A second man has been charged in connection with a gas station shooting last year. (Meriden Patch) Police: 15 dogs seized in Orange and Meriden from suspected dog fighting rings: Eight of the dogs were found in a Meriden home in late July. (The Greater New Milford Spectrum)World War II veteran celebrates 102nd birthday in Meriden: Two years ago, it was Henry Muszynski Day as he turned 100. The city honored him as he turned 102. (WTNH.com) PHOTOS: United Way of Meriden and Wallingford Campaign Kickoff Celebration (Meriden Record-Journal) Today's Meriden Daily is brought to you by our friends at Verizon. They're building the fastest 5G network in the country. To learn how 5G is going to change life for you and your community — and to get access to this amazing technology — click here. And thank you Verizon for sponsoring this community resource in Meriden! Today in Meriden: Meriden Patch Notebook Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "On Wednesdays, the Midstate Chamber staff wears pink to support Breast Cancer Awareness month! Be sure to show your support not only through the month of October, but every day!" (Facebook) Meriden Public Library: "Meriden Public Library is proud to announce we are a location for Boxes to Boots! "Giving Thanks to our Troops 2021" Boxes to Boots has made a goal to deliver over 800 Care Packages to military personnel serving overseas in November. Thi..." (Facebook) Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "Next Tuesday! Be sure to come out for the Hispanic Outreach Leaders in Action's Taste of Salsa fundraiser next week! Tickets are $10 for adults and free for kids! Visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hola-presents-taste-of-salsa-on-the-gre..." (Facebook) The Cove Center for Grieving Children: "This October we want to spread #BreastCancerAwareness Did you know that 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer during their lifetime? Ladies, be sure to check yourself regularly for any abnormalities! Here are some coping mechanisms ..." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Ski & Snowboard Swap (October 9) Squash Clinic with Yale Squash Coach (October 9) Ethel Walker School Open House (October 11) Add your event If you're loving these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to follow along. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Chris Rhatigan About me: Chris Rhatigan is a freelance writer and editor. Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Meriden Daily? You can reach me at [email protected].